Product Description:

Create a concept map using an online application. Recommended website is Bubbl.us. This application does not have to be downloaded on the computer. All materials designed will remain on the web. Candidates will provide a one-page reflection paper providing a list of educational uses in the classroom.

Information about Assignment
  1. Concept maps are diagrams that show relationship among ideas or concepts. The advantages of using a concept map are that they provide a visual representation of the information and there are connections among the ideas. Concept maps are good for inquiring, exploring, and brainstorming ideas. Creativity and problem solving are two cognitive processes that benefit from mapping information. The diagram helps individuals to remember information.
  2. Choose a topic to teach and explore the technology application Bubbl.us for creating concept maps or mind mapping. The diagram can be saved and place on your wikispace to show your skill at mapping and using the application.

Components of the Projects
  1. Concept map using an online technology application, for example Bubbl.us
  2. Concept map must be published to the Wiki at the end of the Block
  3. Instructional Plan should be uploaded to Blackboard.



Penguin Concept Map:
Concept Map


Concept Map Instructional Plan:


Reflection: